What's happening
This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare April 2017 as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month in New York State.
Why it matters
Elevates public understanding. By designating an official awareness month, the resolution aims to educate more New Yorkers about the symptoms, progression, and impact of Parkinson’s Disease, potentially reducing stigma and encouraging earlier diagnosis and intervention.
Supports affected individuals and families. Increased awareness can foster a more supportive environment for those living with Parkinson’s Disease and their caregivers, highlighting the challenges they face and the need for community and systemic support.
Promotes research and advocacy. Recognizing Parkinson’s Disease at the state level may encourage further research efforts, funding, and advocacy for improved treatments and services, both regionally and nationally.
Highlights public health priorities. The resolution draws attention to the prevalence of Parkinson’s Disease in New York, reinforcing the importance of addressing neurodegenerative diseases as a significant public health issue.
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Declare Parkinson's Awareness Month
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Sponsors
24 Multi-sponsors
- Peter Abbate
- Didi Barrett
- Edward Braunstein
- Michael Cusick
- Anthony D'Urso
- Patricia Fahy
- Sandy Galef
- Pamela Harris
- Andrew Hevesi
- Kimberly Jean-Pierre
- Billy Jones
- Donna Lupardo
- William Magee
- Nicole Malliotakis
- John T. McDonald III
- David McDonough
- Michael G. Miller
- Linda Rosenthal
- Nily Rozic
- Aravella Simotas
- Fred Thiele
- David Weprin
- Jaime R. Williams
- Kenneth Zebrowski
History
- Adopted
- Referred to calendar
Full text
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Assembly Resolution No. 264 BY: M. of A. Jenne MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017, as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in recognizing serious diseases by… Show allHide
Assembly Resolution No. 264 BY: M. of A. Jenne MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017, as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month in the State of New York WHEREAS, The State of New York takes great pride in recognizing serious diseases by proclaiming official months to increase awareness of such concerns, which affect thousands of New Yorkers; and WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017, as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month in the State of New York; and WHEREAS, Parkinson's Disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement; and WHEREAS, In the United States, 50,000-60,000 new cases of Parkinson's Disease are diagnosed each year, adding to the one million people who currently have Parkinson's Disease; and WHEREAS, Great strides have been made in the battle against Parkinson's Disease; Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month is committed to fighting this horrific disease by finding better ways to prevent, detect, and provide treatment; and WHEREAS, Parkinson's Disease is a substantial health problem in the State of New York and throughout the United States; it strikes disproportionately more men, but also women, with the average age of onset being 60 years old; and WHEREAS, The symptoms of Parkinson's Disease can vary from person to person; early signs may be subtle and can go unnoticed; symptoms typically begin on one side of the body and usually remain worse on that side even after symptoms begin to affect both sides; and WHEREAS, People suffering with Parkinson's Disease can exhibit many signs and symptoms including tremors, rigidity, slowing of motions, postural instability, depression, emotional changes, difficulty with swallowing and chewing, speech changes, sleep problems, pain and dementia; and WHEREAS, While there is no cure for Parkinson's Disease, many different types of medications and surgical options are available for its treatment; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim April 2017, as Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.
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